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 Cooking Time: 30 mins

Servings: 2-3 person 

Indulge in this comforting Chinese soup, perfect for 2! 👥

Ingredients:
• 1 lb bok choy
• 1 century egg
• 1 salted egg
• Ginger slices
• Minced garlic
• Fish or chicken stock

Instructions:
1. Wash bok choy, trim, and drain
2. Slice century egg into eighths
3. Separate salted egg yolk and white, dice yolk
4. Slice ginger, mince garlic
5. Heat oil, sauté ginger, garlic, and salted egg yolk
6. Add bok choy, stir-fry briefly
7. Pour in stock, add century egg and salted egg white
8. Simmer for 10 minutes

Ready in 30-45 minutes! 🕰️

Savor the rich flavors of this traditional soup. The creamy century egg and savory salted egg perfectly complement the crisp bok choy. A true taste of home! 🏮

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 Cooking time: 15 mins
Servings: 2~3 person

Hey foodies! 🌟 This Sesame Salt-Baked Hand-Pulled Chicken (芝麻鹽焗手撕雞) is the perfect blend of savory and nutty flavors 🎉. It‘s not only easy to make but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Let’s get cooking! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

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### Ingredients:
- **2 chicken legs**
- **Sesame seeds**

### Marinade:
- **2 tsp salt-baked chicken powder**
- **1/2 tsp salt**
- **1/2 tsp white pepper
- **2 tbsp sesame paste**
- **2 tsp soy sauce**
- **1 tsp sesame oil**

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### Steps:
1. **Defrost and Prep Chicken**: Defrost the chicken legs, rinse them thoroughly, and pat dry with paper towels.
2. **Marinate**: In a bowl, mix all the seasonings and coat the chicken legs evenly with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 5-6 hours or overnight for best results.
3. **Steam Chicken**: Steam the marinated chicken legs for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked. Allow them to cool.
4. **Shred Chicken**: Once the chicken has cooled, shred it by hand into bite-sized pieces.
7. **sprinkle with sesame seeds for extra crunch and flavor. Now Ready to serve!

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Voilà! Your delicious Sesame Salt-Baked Hand-Pulled Chicken is ready to be enjoyed. Perfect for a light lunch or a delightful dinner. 🌿✨

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 Craving a quick, nutritious, and umami-packed meal? Try this simple stir-fry with a delicious mushroom twist! 🥕🥬🍄🍗

Ingredients:
• 300g chicken breast, sliced
• 1kg baby bok choy, washed and halved
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 4-5 dried shiitake mushrooms (冬菇), soaked and sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• Salt and white pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions:
1. Soak dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 20 minutes, then slice.
2. Marinate chicken with a pinch of salt and white pepper for 10 minutes.
3. Heat oil in a wok, stir-fry garlic until fragrant.
4. Add chicken and cook until almost done.
5. Toss in carrots and sliced mushrooms, stir-fry for 2 minutes.
6. Add baby bok choy, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sugar. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
7. Season to taste and serve hot with rice!

Pro tip: Save the mushroom soaking liquid to add extra flavor to soups or sauces! 🍲

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 This crunchy, tangy dish combines two texture powerhouses - black fungus and smacked cucumber. It’s the perfect light meal for hot days! 😎

## Ingredients:
• 2 cucumbers
• 1 cup dried black fungus, rehydrated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Chinkiang vinegar
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• Chili oil to taste (optional)

## Instructions:
1. Clean your chopping pad and knief with boiled water
2. ⁠”Smack“ cucumbers with a cleaver, then roughly chop
3. ⁠pat dry with kitchen paper
4. ⁠Mix dressing ingredients
5. ⁠Combine cucumbers, black fungus, and dressing
6. ⁠Chill for 30 mins before serving

Pro tip: ”Smacking“ the cucumber creates crevices for the dressing to cling to! 💡

Try this refreshing salad and let me know what you think! 🥗✨

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 Today‘s culinary adventure: a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken, fragrant rice, and the magic of cast iron cooking. This Hong Kong-style baked chicken rice is the ultimate comfort food!

Cooking time: 20mins
Servings: 2-3 person

*Ingredients:*
3 whole chicken thighs or 1 small chicken, chopped in bite-sized
1 cup rice, washed and drained
1.5 cup of water
2 Chinese susage

*Marinate the Chicken:*
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tsp of sugar
1 tbsp of salt
1 tbsp of pepper
1 tbsp of chicken powder
1 tbsp of oyster sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil

*Sauce for clay pot rice煲仔飯鼓油*
2 tbsp Soy sauce
1/2 tbsp Dark soy sauce
1 tbsp fish sauce 漁露
1 tsp sugar

*Instructions:*
- Season the chicken for at least half year, i seasoned them for 3 hours-
Heat the cast iron pot over medium heat. Add cooking oil and gently wipe the oil all over the pot. Add rice and water. |
- Wait 3-5 mins till the bubble turns out in the waters. Add the chicken and Chinese susage. Change to slow heat and swimer the rice and chicken for 8-10 mins.
- Turn off the heat and let stand for another 5-8 mins. Add the mixed sauce for clay pot rice
- Garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve directly from the cast iron pot.

Pro tip:
- The Chinese sausage will give you an extra flavor boost!
- Depending on your iron cast and the power of your heating, you may adjust the cooking time
- If you look for a more dried rice, please reduce the water when you cook. My version is a bit more mositurise.

Who else is craving this right now? Drop a 🍗 in the comments if you want the recipe!

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Kickstart your weekend with this delicious and nutritious avocado egg sandwich! Perfect for a la  

Kickstart your weekend with this delicious and nutritious avocado egg sandwich! Perfect for a lazy Saturday morning or a relaxed Sunday brunch. Swap out mayonnaise for avocado for a healthier twist on your favorite breakfast sandwich.

Cooking time: 10mins

Servings: 2 person

*Ingredients*

Eggs: 2

Avocado: 1

Sea Salt: 1/4 tsp

Black Pepper: A pinch

Mayonnaise: 1 tsp

Your favorite bread: 4 slices

*Instructions:*

- Cook the Eggs: Steam or boil the eggs until fully cooked. Cool them in cold water, peel, and finely chop with a metal spoon.

- Prepare the Avocado: Peel and pit the avocado, then mash the flesh.

- Mix the Filling: Combine the chopped eggs, sea salt, black pepper, and mayonnaise with the mashed avocado. Mix well to create the sandwich filling.

- Toast your bread to golden perfection and spread the fillings generously on warm toast.

- Enjoy: Savor your creation with a fresh fruits and cup of tea 

*Health Benefits of Avocados:*

- Heart-healthy monounsaturated fats

- High in fiber for digestive health

- Rich in potassium and antioxidants

Treat yourself to this simple yet luxurious weekend breakfast. It‘s the perfect way to slow down and savor your morning. 🥪☕💚

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